Set-Aside Program Breakdown
Analysis
Today on SAM.gov, 173 federal contracting opportunities were posted, with 78 of those (45%) set aside specifically for small businesses. Among the set-aside postings, 69 are for the SBA Total Small Business program, seven for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and two for the 8(a) Business Development program. The remaining 95 opportunities are unrestricted, open to all businesses regardless of size.
For small business contractors, this means there is a solid volume of targeted opportunities, especially within the Defense Logistics Agency, which dominates the landscape with 52 postings across its aviation, maritime, and troop support divisions. The heavy focus on manufacturing-related NAICS codes like aircraft parts and electronic components suggests that businesses in these sectors should prioritize outreach to DLA and tailor their proposals accordingly. Understanding which programs and agencies post most frequently can help focus business development efforts on the highest-impact areas.
To maximize success, small businesses should filter opportunities on SAM.gov by set-aside type and relevant NAICS codes to find the best matches. Setting up daily digest emails from SAM.gov can ensure you don’t miss new postings or approaching deadlines. Staying organized and responding promptly to solicitations will improve your chances in this competitive federal marketplace.
Top Agencies Posting Small-Business Opportunities
- DLA AVIATION — 41 opportunities
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 4 opportunities
- DLA TROOP SUPPORT — 3 opportunities
- DLA MARITIME - PORTSMOUTH — 2 opportunities
- PWR HONO MABO(82000) — 2 opportunities
- FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC — 1 opportunity
- W07V ENDIST ST PAUL — 1 opportunity
- NSWC PHILADELPHIA DIV — 1 opportunity
Most Active NAICS Codes for Small Business
The following industry codes saw the most set-aside activity today. Click any code to view the full market intelligence profile.
- 336413 — Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (10 opportunities)
- 334419 — Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (6 opportunities)
- 332722 — Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (5 opportunities)
- 334519 — Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (5 opportunities)
- 332510 — Hardware Manufacturing (4 opportunities)
- 562991 — Septic Tank and Related Services (3 opportunities)
- 336611 — Ship Building and Repairing (2 opportunities)
- 236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (2 opportunities)
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